tt_projectsFri Dec 12 19:02:40 EST 2014w2es1016.worldbank.orgTrinidad and Tobago | Projects | World BankWorld Bank FeedThe project Trinidad & Tobago: Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative Implementation has changed to Closed<p>The project Trinidad & Tobago: Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative Implementation has changed to Closed. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P125453>the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> 2014-10-07T04:00:00.000Z2014-10-07T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP125453TTClosedCHANGEThe project Trinidad and Tobago: Nariva ecosystem restoration and carbon sequestration has changed to Closed<p>The project Trinidad and Tobago: Nariva ecosystem restoration and carbon sequestration has changed to Closed. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P094948>the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The objective of the Nariva Wetland Restoration and Carbon Sequestration Project for Trinidad and Tobago is to contribute to efforts to restore and conserve the Nariva wetlands, through the recognition of the services it provides as a carbon sink and a biodiverse ecosystem. There are two components to the project, the first component is the carbon sequestration through afforestation and reforestation of selected areas of the Nariva wetland ecosystem. The afforestation and reforestation component of the project aims at promoting carbon sequestration by increasing the carbon stocks of the entire wetland. This will be monitored and certified applying a simplified baseline and monitoring methodology for small scale afforestation and reforestation activities implemented on wetlands. Finally, the second component is the methane mitigation through restoration of surface hydrology at Nariva. This component will be achieved through the restoration of the natural drainage regime. A new water resources management plan has been drafted, including a detailed field monitoring proposal, to bring back water to marsh areas seeking to restore the hydrologic movement of water through the different interconnected basins that jointly give form to Nariva wetland. Emphasis on restoration of the ecosystem, as well as in the reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions guides the development of the water plan. As a result of these actions emission reductions will be caused. The emission reductions will be documented through the use of Infrared spectroscopy, using an already accepted Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) protocol, for the measurement of methane emissions from surface waters. A new methodology will be proposed as the basis for certified emission reductions.2014-08-25T04:00:00.000Z2014-08-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP094948TTClosedCHANGEThe project Planning, Coordinating and Implementating Sustainable Land Management - Trinidad and Tobago is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Planning, Coordinating and Implementating Sustainable Land Management - Trinidad and Tobago is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P149709> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> 2014-07-31T04:00:00.000Z2014-07-31T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP149709TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Trinidad & Tobago: Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative Implementation is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Trinidad & Tobago: Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative Implementation is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P125453> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> 2012-04-03T04:00:00.000Z2012-04-03T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP125453TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Trinidad and Tobago: HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Project has changed to Closed<p>The project Trinidad and Tobago: HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Project has changed to Closed. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P075528>the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The objective of the HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Project for Trinidad and Tobago is to assist the borrower in controlling the HIV/AIDS epidemic through: (a) the scaling up of programs for the prevention, care and control of the epidemic targeted in particular to HIV/AIDS high-risk groups; and (b) the heightening of awareness in respect to HTV/AIDS infection and prevention, amongst the borrower's population. The restructuring will: (i) revise the project development objective statement to better reflect the outputs and outcomes that are achievable and attributable to the project; (ii) revise the results framework to align indicators with the revised project development objective; (iii) establish a special account for the loan under the office of the prime minister and an operational project account under the Ministry of Health; (iv) revise schedule one of the loan agreement to include a new category 'sub-projects' for financing subprojects for civil society organizations, and reallocate resources among categories of expenditure to take account of the actual costs of project activities and to reflect the funding needs to support the revised project objectives and activities in the future; and (v) extend the project closing date from December 31, 2009 to September 30, 2010.2010-10-01T04:00:00.000Z2010-10-01T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP075528TTClosedCHANGEThe project Trinidad and Tobago: Nariva ecosystem restoration and carbon sequestration has changed to Active<p>The project Trinidad and Tobago: Nariva ecosystem restoration and carbon sequestration has changed to Active. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P094948>the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The objective of the Nariva Wetland Restoration and Carbon Sequestration Project for Trinidad and Tobago is to contribute to efforts to restore and conserve the Nariva wetlands, through the recognition of the services it provides as a carbon sink and a biodiverse ecosystem. There are two components to the project, the first component is the carbon sequestration through afforestation and reforestation of selected areas of the Nariva wetland ecosystem. The afforestation and reforestation component of the project aims at promoting carbon sequestration by increasing the carbon stocks of the entire wetland. This will be monitored and certified applying a simplified baseline and monitoring methodology for small scale afforestation and reforestation activities implemented on wetlands. Finally, the second component is the methane mitigation through restoration of surface hydrology at Nariva. This component will be achieved through the restoration of the natural drainage regime. A new water resources management plan has been drafted, including a detailed field monitoring proposal, to bring back water to marsh areas seeking to restore the hydrologic movement of water through the different interconnected basins that jointly give form to Nariva wetland. Emphasis on restoration of the ecosystem, as well as in the reduction of Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions guides the development of the water plan. As a result of these actions emission reductions will be caused. The emission reductions will be documented through the use of Infrared spectroscopy, using an already accepted Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) protocol, for the measurement of methane emissions from surface waters. A new methodology will be proposed as the basis for certified emission reductions.2009-02-06T05:00:00.000Z2009-02-06T05:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP094948TTActiveCHANGEThe project Judicial Services Reform Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Judicial Services Reform Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P056270> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> 2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP056270TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Water Sector Institutional Strengthening is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Water Sector Institutional Strengthening is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P037006> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> 2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP037006TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Basic Education Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Basic Education Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P035312> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> In line with the National Task Force on Education (NTFE) findings, the objectives of Basic Education Project are to: 1) enhance the cognitive and social development of children in Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) to prepare them to enter primary education; 2) improve the quality of teaching and student achievement in primary education; 3) improve the physical infrastructure of facilities for ECCE and primary and secondary education; and 4) strengthen the management and institutional capabilities of the education sector at all levels. At the primary school level, the project seeks to improve effective leadership, teaching and assessment methods, coaching among teachers, and local flexibility and autonomy. The project comprises four principal components and ten subcomponents: 1) ECCE quality and access (subcomponents: (a) upgrading quality; and (b) increasing access); 2) teaching and learning quality (subcomponents: (a) classroom instruction and curriculum strengthening; and (b) texbooks and instructional materials); 3) upgrading the physical environment for teaching and learning (subcomponents: (a) school construction and reconstruction; (b) school extension and renovation; and (c) pilot secondary school construction); and 4) education management and institutional strengthening (subcomponents: (a) Ministry of Education (MOE) reform and decentralization; (b) testing and assessment reform; and (c) school-based management strengthening).2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP035312TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Drainage and Flood Control Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Drainage and Flood Control Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P035725> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> 2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP035725TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Environmental Management Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Environmental Management Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P036007> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The objective of the Environmental Management Project is to build effective institutional capacity to plan and implement sound environmental management. Further objectives are to complete a national environmental action plan (NEAP), support a priority work program which will strengthen the legal and regulatory framework, and implement measures for improved environmental management consistent with the findings of the NEAP. The project will provide for: 1) the purchase of computer hardware and software and other office equipment and vehichles; 2) about 150 person-months of international and local consultants who will prepare a NEAP, provide advice on policy, legal and technical matters, and undertake studies on priority areas; 3) training workshops, seminars, public awareness, curriculum development and environmental education; 4) the cost of incremental salaries for staff contracted, support for the Environmental Management Authority, and the incremental costs associated with support of the participating agencies (NGO's, private sector agencies, etc.); and 5) operational and overhead materials and supplies for the project.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP036007TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Postal Services Reform Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Postal Services Reform Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P040108> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The Postal Services Reform Project seeks to expand the coverage and quality of postal services, achieve major efficiency gains, and, become more responsive to client needs. In addition, an increased private sector participation will be pursued, through performance-based management delegation and further long term involvement of the private sector. The components include: 1) improving labor efficiency, through a voluntary separation employment package, consistent with the country's labor laws, and granted after consultation with the union; 2) increasing private sector participation. This component includes the offer of a Delegated Management Arrangement (DMA) to a corporation or consortia as the first phase in the transfer of operation and management to the private sector; 3) modernizing facilities, through the rehabilitation, refurbishment and replacement of existing equipment and/or buildings. This component includes the upgrade of counter automation and information systems; 4) strengthening institutional capacity, through disbursement of funds for the capital investment program and performance monitoring. Deregulation of postal services and implementation of the second phase of private sector participation, offering a Long Term Arrangement (LTA) for a deeper private sector involvement, are included.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP040108TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Caroni Sugar Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Caroni Sugar Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008084> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The Caroni Sugar Project consists of reestablishing over a period of five years the sugar estate Caroni Limited on a viable basis, by means of reequiping its factories, transport fleet, and harvesting and field equipment; in addition, funds would be provided for completing land preparation prior to the introduction of mechanical cane harvesting on those cane lands that lend themselves to full mechanization, and for undertaking three technical studies designed to improve operational and administrative efficiency. The project would reduce costs and improve efficiency, thus assuring a satisfactory return to the country's sugar industry, and to the largest employer of labor apart from the Government itself.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008084TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Crown Lands Development Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Crown Lands Development Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008078> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The proposed project consists of the establishment of 1,800 farms on about 12,000 acres of Crown land located in various parts of Trinidad. Depending upon suitability of the land, the farms will be developed for dairying, pig breeding and fattening, tree crops, vegetable and food crops and tobacco. Farm sizes will vary from 3 acres for vegetable farms to 20 acres for dairy farms. Farm development works, which include the provision of infrastructure, land clearance and on-farm development, as appropriate, will be provided under the project. Ancillary marketing and processing facilities for the output of these farms will also be provided where necessary.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008078TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Education Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Education Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008080> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The proposed project constitutes the first stage of a long-term government plan to restructure the education system by (i) gradually replacing the present unsatisfactory post-primary school system by junior secondary schools with adequate academic standards and (ii) re-orienting the present academic program of senior secondary education to a comprehensive type with options in agriculture, commercial subjects, home economics and technological courses. The project includes the construction and equipment for: (a) 16 new junior secondary schools; (b) 3 new senior comprehensive schools; (c) extensions to 3 existing secondary schools for conversion into senior comprehensive schools; and (d) 1 new teacher training college.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008080TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Electricity Commission Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Electricity Commission Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008077> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission Project will provide 100 MW of additional generating capacity at Port of Spain, the capital city and main load center in Trinidad. The project consists of three components. The first component is the construction of the Port of Spain "B" thermal power station - a semi-outdoor type, with a steel framed structure covered with a light weight insulated cladding to house the turboalternator sets and control equipment. The second, the construction of a pipeline to supply natural gas, will be about 41 miles in length and will bring gas from oil fields at Penal to the Port of Spain area. The third, the expansion of transmission and distribution facilities of the Trinidad and Tobago Electricity Commission (T&TEC), will be reinforced to take care of increasing loads and will also be extended to supply new areas.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008077TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Highway Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Highway Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008079> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> In 1965 there were about 4,200 miles of highways on the island of Trinidad, of which about 2,500 miles were paved roads. Except for a few main arteries in the north, however, these roads are mostly winding and narrow, serving local needs fairly satisfactorily but through traffic inadequately. The proposed project consists of the construction of a four-lane expressway about 17 miles long on a section which is in particularly urgent need of improvement on the route connecting Port-of-Spain (the capital) and San Fernando (the second largest city). In addition, to aid in preparation for future construction, it provides for feasibility studies both for the improvement of the remaining sections of the route and for a southward extension, as well as for engineering after confirmation of their respective technical and economic justification.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008079TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Power Transmission and Distribution Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Power Transmission and Distribution Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008081> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The proposed project includes the whole T&TEC's 66 KV and 33 KV transmission development program for the years 1969 and 1970, comprising: (i) the erection of about 30 miles of 66 KV transmission lines and 44 miles of 33 KV distribution lines; (ii) the rehabilitation and reconstruction of existing 66 KV transmission lines; and (iii) the installation of eight new 33 KV substations and expansion of facilities at three existing 33 KV substations. The project also includes part of T&TEC's lower voltage program for 1969 and 1970.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008081TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Trinidad and Tobago Development Finance Company (TTDFC) Project is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Trinidad and Tobago Development Finance Company (TTDFC) Project is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008083> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The Trinidad and Tobago Development Finance Company (TTDFC) Project will assist TTDFC in financing the foreign exchange cost of specific investment projects undertaken by private enterprises in Trinidad and Tobago.2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008083TTNEW RELEASENEWThe project Trinidad and Tobago Development Finance Company Project (02) is now in the pipeline.<p>The project Trinidad and Tobago Development Finance Company Project (02) is now in the pipeline. To see more information, see <a href=http://web.worldbank.org/external/projects/main?pagePK=64283627&piPK=73230&theSitePK=40941&menuPK=228424&Projectid=P008087> the project information in the World Bank project database</a></p> The Second Trinidad and Tobago Development Finance Company Project will be on terms and conditions usual for Bank loans to development finance companies, including the standard commitment charge. It will help finance TTDFC's lending to productive enterprises covering (a) CIF cost of imported goods purchased off-the-shelf from domestic distributors, and (b) 35% of the cost of civil works (equivalent to the estimated foreign exchange component).2007-10-25T04:00:00.000Z2007-10-25T04:00:00.000ZTrinidad and TobagoP008087TTNEW RELEASENEW